Discover Your Next
Theatre Experience

Step behind the curtain and discover the magic of Actors Theatre of Louisville, a National Historical landmark. Explore our three distinct performance spaces, learn fascinating theatrical history, and glimpse the creative process that brings productions to life. Our guided tours offer an exclusive backstage experience you don't want to miss.

Join us...if you dare –
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The Ghost Light Gala is a spine-tingling celebration of theatre and community, and ATL's fall fundraising event.

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On October 3, 2026, Actors Theatre of Louisville will transform into a beautifully haunted stage for an evening of live music, curated cocktails, and bourbon pull, and a dinner to die for.

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Expect unexpected performances, enchanting encounters, and a few delightful surprises lurking just around the corner. This is your opportunity to dance on historic stages, dine in iconic spaces, and mingle with new friends!

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Why a Ghost Light Gala?

A ghost light is a single, standing lamp left lit on an empty theatre stage. It’s a theatre tradition that acts as a safety light, a ward for mischievous spirits, and keeps theatre ghosts company. A ghost light symbolizes that the theatre's never truly abandoned, and reminds us that even in darkness, something is always present, waiting to be awakened.

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So dance the night away among the dearly departed, and help ensure that Actors Theatre continues to thrive, alive with creativity, community, and a future that refuses to fade.

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Interested in purchasing a table at the Gala?

Contact Jessica Underwood
📧 junderwood@actorstheatre.org

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The After(life) Party
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When the curtain falls on the Ghost Light Gala, the real haunting begins. At 8:00 PM, the doors open for the After(life) Party – a ghoulish celebration for all!

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Your ticket to this event supports Actors Theatre’s bold storytelling and community programs all year long.

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Space is limited so secure your spot before the spirits do!

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Come as you are. Leave with a new skill.

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NEXT WORKSHOP: 

‍Adult Musical Theatre Camp — August 7–9, 2026

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You’ve been a musical theatre fan your whole life. You know every word, every key change, every dramatic pause. And yet somehow, nobody ever made a camp for you. Until now.

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No talent required. Theatre nerd status: mandatory.

All skill levels welcome. Seriously, all of them.

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This is a 21+ weekend for the unabashed theatre nerd — no judgment, just pure musical theatre joy with people who get it.

No experience necessary. Curiosity highly encouraged!

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Upcoming Sessions:

October 18 — Puppet Workshop

December 13 — Sustainable Gifting

February 14, 2027— Electrics Basics

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What is Stagecraft Tools for the Apocalypse?

Stagecraft Tools for the Apocalypse is a hands-on workshop series built on a simple idea: the skills we use to make theatre can also help us make a life.

In partnership with the Louisville Tool Library, each session invites us to gather, learn something practical, and leave a little more capable than we arrived—whether the world ends or not.

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Take our survey so that we can make our upcoming workshops better than ever.

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‍Week One: Audition Techniques for Theatre

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July 6-10^th from 10:00-3:00pm *lunch not provided, students will bring their own lunches

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Registration includes a sharing on one of our stages on the last day of camp.  

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Step into the audition room with confidence. This fun, hands-on week teaches you everything you need to know about auditioning, led by local professionals with stage and film experience. You'll even meet and get advice from the Actors Theatre of Louisville casting team.

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You'll develop general acting skills, learn how to choose the right monologues for you, learn cold reading techniques, and build stage presence through scene work. You'll also learn about self-tapes and building a resume that stands out. Through mock auditions with personalized feedback, you'll discover what casting directors look for and how to show your best self. Plus, you'll make friends with other young actors who share your passion for theatre!

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This week is also a great choice for anyone interested in casting—you'll gain insight into what happens on the other side of the audition table!

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Note: This week focuses on acting auditions—no singing or dancing required. Whether it's your first audition or you want to get better, you'll leave ready to walk into any audition room with confidence.

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If you would need financial assistance or would like to sponsor a camper, please email LACE@actorstheatre.org

‍Week Two: Epic Voices/Epic Battles—Stage Combat/Vocal Production

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When: July 13-17 from 10:00am-3:00pm *lunch not provided, students will bring their own lunches

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Registration includes a sharing on one of our stages on the last day of camp.

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Unleash your power on stage. This exciting week combines stage combat with vocal training, led by industry professionals extensively trained in fight choreography and voice work.

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You'll learn how to safely perform dramatic fight scenes—from swordplay to hand-to-hand combat. You'll also strengthen your voice, learn to project with power, and explore different dialects. Each skill is taught separately, then at the end of the week, you'll bring them together in a fun share that shows off everything you've learned. Plus, you'll make friends with other young performers who love action and adventure.

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By the end of the week, you'll be ready to take on epic roles with confidence and skill.

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If you would need financial assistance or would like to sponsor a camper, please email LACE@actorstheatre.org

Week Three: New Voices Playwriting  

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When: July 20-24 from 10:00am-3:00pm *lunch not provided, students will bring their own lunches

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Registration includes a sharing on one of our stages on the last day of camp.

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Bring your stories to the stage. This creative week invites you to explore the art of playwriting, led by published playwrights with professional experience.

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You'll discover how to craft compelling characters, write dynamic dialogue, and structure scenes that keep audiences engaged—all while exploring any kind of storytelling that interests you. From brainstorming your first idea to hearing your words come to life through readings with fellow campers, you'll experience the full journey of creating a play. Plus, you'll make friends with other young writers who share your love of storytelling.

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By the end of the week, you'll have your own original work and the skills to keep writing long after camp ends. Whether you dream of seeing your name in a playbill or just love creating stories, this is your chance to discover your voice as a playwright.

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If you would need financial assistance or would like to sponsor a camper, please email LACE@actorstheatre.org

Week Four: Technical Theatre and Design  

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July 27-31 from 10:00am-3:00pm *lunch not provided, students will bring their own lunches

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Registration includes a sharing at the end of the week.  

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Step behind the scenes and discover the magic that brings productions to life. This hands-on week explores the basics of technical theatre and design—costuming, lighting, sets, sound, and everything in-between!

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Each day focuses on a different area of design and technology, taught by designers and technicians from the Actors Theatre of Louisville team and other working professionals in the area. You'll learn how each element works together to create the world of a play and gain practical skills you can use whether you're working on a school show or dreaming of a career behind the scenes. Plus, you'll make friends with other creative minds who love building the magic of theatre.

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By the end of the week, you'll see theatre in a whole new way and understand how every production is a collaboration between artists on stage and off.

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If you would need financial assistance or would like to sponsor a camper, please email LACE@actorstheatre.org

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Finally! Camp for Us!

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You’ve been a musical theatre fan your whole life. You know every word, every key change, every dramatic pause. And yet somehow, nobody ever made a camp for you. Until now.

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No talent required. Theatre nerd status: mandatory.

All skill levels welcome. Seriously, all of them.

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This is a 21+ weekend for the unabashed theatre nerd — no judgment, just pure musical theatre joy with people who get it.

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Take a piece of the experience home with you. Add an exclusive Adult Summer Camp t-shirt to your registration for just $25 plus tax!

Add a t-shirt to your registration at checkout by July 15th.

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What To Expect:

Friday, Aug 7 — Evening

The Warmup

Getting to know you, cocktails, refreshments, and musical theatre karaoke.

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Saturday, Aug 8 — All Day

The Deep Dive

A full day of workshops in singing, dancing, and the beloved chaos of classic theatre games.
Bring your enthusiasm. Leave your self-consciousness at the door.

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Sunday, Aug 9 — Afternoon

The Big Finish

More workshops, a casual share of the weekend’s work, and then — curtain up on our community choral experience.
Yes, you’ll perform. Yes, it’ll be emotional. Yes, it counts. Your spotlight moment has arrived.

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The play’s afoot! Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson tackle one of their most famous cases in this murderously funny adventure, which transforms the classic Gothic thriller The Hound of the Baskervilles into a fast-paced comedy fueled by theatrical invention.

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Does a phantom hellhound prowl the desolate moors, hunting the heirs of the Baskerville line?

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Can the intrepid sleuths unravel the twisty secrets of a family curse before it strikes again?

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Join the fun as our dashing detectives juggle a dizzying web of clues, disguises and deceit while five actors portray dozens of characters swirling through this hilariously madcap investigation.

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“Ingeniously funny and will keep you guessing until the curtain call.”

— Broadway World

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Don’t miss the return of this Halloween season hit that has dazzled grown-ups and kids alike!

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Take a journey through the underworld, a dark realm filled with glittering light and mystery where the dead are very much alive. In this fantastical adventure infused with astonishing puppetry, humor, music, and magical visual effects, two skeleton friends, a dodo and a boy, are drawn into the epic battle between existence and extinction as they fight to stay together. Experience this mesmerizing odyssey from the Obie Award-winning company Wakka Wakka, international leaders in stretching the boundaries of theatrical imagination.

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“From a formal perspective, it is among the most ceaselessly inventive theatre pieces I have seen in the past year….It immerses the audience in a fantastical universe—at one point, plunging underneath the fiery river Styx—thanks to outlandishly inventive puppetry, projections, lighting, and audio….The bigger story here is concerned with new beginnings, and it is told gorgeously.” 

—The New York Times

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Scrooge is back in all of his humbug glory!

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His disdain for Christmas is no match for visits from enchanting ghosts, a lively ensemble of characters, and the music of the season. Honoring Dickens’ classic tale, this acclaimed adaptation embraces generosity, community, and second chances. Bring your friends and family to Actors Theatre of Louisville for a new production celebrating this beloved tradition.

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***TICKET AVAILABILITY IS LIMITED***

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“Jadhwani’s well-crafted adaptation combines the famous dialogue that audiences have become accustomed to and has weaved more intricate and lyrical phrases from the novel into the piece. Thus elevating the experience that the audience is given…there is no doubt that it will bring joy, merriment, and entertainment to all who experience it.”

—Broadway World

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“A Christmas Carol is a shared celebration. A moment to reconnect with loved ones, to support local theatre, and to uplift the joy and generosity that make the season so special...The return of such a landmark production feels like a welcome sign of renewed tradition and creative momentum.”

—The Voice-Tribune

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‍Scrooge's Christmas Journey is created for children ages 2-5 and the grownups who love them. Drawing on Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, this unique experience invites toddlers and preschoolers into the world of Scrooge's transformation through gentle storytelling and play.

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This immersive, joyful performance, brought to your little ones by Actors Theatre’s Learning and Creative Engagement team, is designed to foster social skills and emotional well-being in young children while also supporting cognitive development through a sensory-rich story.

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More info to come!

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With a mix of compassion and humor, this Pulitzer Prize-winning play tells the story of Kenneth, a man whose life of quiet routine consists of working in a small-town bookstore and sipping mai tais at the local tiki bar. When he suddenly loses his job, Kenneth’s existence is upended, and he starts to face a whole universe of unfamiliar possibilities that he’s long shut out—with transformative and sometimes comical results. Eboni Booth’s heartwarming breakout play is a tale of new beginnings, old friends, and how even small acts of kindness and connection can open up an entire world.

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"This recent Pulitzer Prize-winning play is a true winner...laced with warmth and good humor. It’s the feel-good play of the season and a story that reminds us of our need for friends, kinship and human connection in our lives. Eboni Booth’s gently humane play...demonstrates how we can all relate with each other and care for our fellow man, especially as we stretch our arms across the divide that seems to separate all of us. "

—Chicago Theatre Review

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Come along for another springtime celebration of bold new work as the Storytelling Revolution Festival enters its second year and again fills our stages with the spirit of discovery. Following a remarkable launch last season that brought together adventure-loving audiences and artists from across the region, this vibrant event will again create a space of exploration spanning two weekends. Gather in community to toast the development of imaginative new art and rejoice in an expansive vision of what live theatre can do.